Madness on Film
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3 FILMS ON MADNESS FROM 3 OF THE BEST DIRECTORS + AN OPEN FILM NIGHT
4 nights to explore representations of madness/insanity/instability/obscurities of the mind.
Films followed by discussions with members of Institute of Psychoanalysis and the Newcastle Philosophy Society.
Films in the Madness On Film:
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Film: A Woman Under The Influence (1974)
12 Feb 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Cult - from American genius John Cassavetes, and with an incredible performance from Gena Rowlands. Film followed by a discussion with a members of the Institute of Psychoanalysis.
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Film: Repulsion (1965)
19 Feb 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Seen as a masterpiece of the psychological thriller, this is an early film from a great cinema master: Roman Polanski.
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Film: Eyes Wide Open Night Special - Madness On Film Season
26 Feb 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Open film night: Make a film on madness under 10 minutes and come and show it at the cinema. Or just come and watch what these unknown filmmakers have produced…
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Film: Naked (1993)
1 Mar 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Excellent and surprising film from one of the best UK directors: Mike Leigh. Film followed by a discussion with members of the Newcastle Philosophy Society.